Amber Washington on Releasing the Audiobook + Behind the Scenes with DJ 150Proof

In this special episode of The Unrestricted Podcast, host Dre Rawka sits down with author Amber Washington to celebrate the upcoming release of the audiobook version of her powerful memoir, “(W)hole: My Journey to W,” dropping January 17th on major platforms.

Amber talks about why bringing her story to audio was such an important step, what it meant to give voice to her own healing journey, and how hearing her words aloud added a new layer of emotion and connection to the story.

Joining the conversation is DJ 150Proof, the executive producer of the audiobook, who breaks down the behind-the-scenes process of recording an audiobook—from creating a comfortable recording environment to capturing authenticity, emotion, and pacing when telling such a personal story.

We dive into:
🎧 The decision to turn (W)hole: My Journey to W into an audiobook
🎙️ The emotional experience of recording deeply personal material
🎛️ The technical and creative process of audiobook production
💬 How collaboration helped bring Amber’s story to life in a new format
✨ Why audiobooks can be a powerful healing tool for listeners

This episode offers a rare look at both the creative and technical sides of audiobook production, while honoring a story rooted in resilience, healing, and reclaiming one’s voice.

👉 Be sure to check out the audiobook release January 17th, and like, comment, and subscribe for more conversations that inspire, educate, and uplift.

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